Researchers from Newcastle University and the University of Birmingham developed a low-energy, waste-free method to recycle Teflon by breaking down its strong carbon-fluorine bonds into harmless sodium fluoride. This process has significant implications for reducing environmental pollution and promoting sustainable fluorine chemistry.
SourceNewcastle University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 21, 2025
Researchers at Waseda University developed a novel self-assembly process to create multilayered films with superior thermal, mechanical, and gas barrier properties. The film exhibits enhanced hardness and self-healing ability compared to conventional materials.
SourceWaseda University·JournalChemical Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 1, 2025
A recent study by Ritsumeikan University researchers analyzed the durability of flexible perovskite solar cells under damp heat conditions. The findings revealed that high humidity leads to degradation, while a high-quality barrier film retained most power conversion efficiency, making it crucial for long-term stability.
SourceRitsumeikan University·JournalSolar Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 30, 2025
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A University of Virginia-led research team has developed new protective coatings that allow turbine engines to run at higher temperatures before components begin to fail. The coatings were created using rare earth oxides and have shown improved performance without complex multi-layer coatings.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalScripta Materialia·DateOct 23, 2024
The CityU innovation has dramatically enhanced the thermal robustness of perovskite solar cells, retaining over 90% of efficiency even under high temperatures. This breakthrough could significantly broaden the utilisation of these cells and contribute substantially to combating the global climate crisis.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 20, 2023
Researchers have developed a shellac-based coating to improve the gas barrier properties of moulded pulp materials, making them suitable for food packaging. The coating, combined with nanofibrillated cellulose, provides superior water resistance and thermal stability, while preserving environmental sustainability.
SourceSociety of Chemical Industry·JournalPolymer International·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 7, 2023
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Researchers at Pusan National University have developed oxidation-resistant copper thin films, which could potentially replace gold in semiconductor devices. The films' flat surface reduces the growth of copper oxides on its surface, making them resistant to corrosion.
SourcePusan National University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 21, 2022
A new technique can reveal weak areas in ceramic thermal barrier coatings, predicting coating lifetime and improving engine efficiency. The approach uses GHz illumination to analyze the coatings' refractive index changes with applied strain.
Researchers at Ames Laboratory have developed a new thermal barrier coating technology that enhances engine operation in high-temperature environments. The new coating, which uses nickel-aluminum-platinum alloy samples, offers significant improvements in oxidation resistance and reduces the risk of failure in gas turbines.